Who is the Yerevan Book Festival for?


The Yerevan Book Festival will be launched in Yerevan for the 6th time. The festival has become one of the favorite events of the book-loving public, but it always causes controversy. Who is the book festival for and for what purpose is it organized? Literary critics Hayk Hambardzumyan, Arkmenik Nikoghosyan and artistic director of the festival Armen Sargsyan discuss.

 

The first poetic books of Armenian writers


The first book, the circumstances of its publication and reception are of great importance for the future literary fate of the poets. The history of Armenian literature knows both successful and unsuccessful examples of first books. The phenomenon of the first books of Armenian poets is discussed by literary critics Hayk Hambardzumyan and Arkmenik Nikoghosyan.

 

The beauties of Armenian literature. Part 2


The perception and meaning of external beauty is changing in romantic and realist literature, as well as in modern literature. The description of the appearance in literature almost disappears, but literary charms still exist. The beauties of Armenian literature continue to be discussed by literary critics Hayk Hambardzumyan and Arkmenik Nikoghosyan.

 

Internationalization of Armenian Literature


How can a modern Armenian author become famous abroad? Who should help the writer? Is it enough to write a good book? Literary experts Hayk Hambardzumyan, Arkmenik Nikoghosyan, and Armen Sargsyan, chief specialist of the Department of Cultural Heritage and Folk Crafts of the Ministry of Education and Culture, discuss in "Parallel Readings".

Literature in Illustrations


Illustration or comic is a unique format for presenting fiction, it has its own rules and means of expression. The comic book is popular all over the world, but it is difficult to pave the way in the Armenian reality. What is the reason, how suitable is Armenian literature or folklore to be presented in the form of imagery? Literary critics Hayk Hambardzumyan and Arkmenik Nikoghosyan hosted Narek Van Ashughatoyan in "Parallel Readings".

Literature in regions


Literature knows no boundaries, especially in our Internet age. However, in Armenia, a distinction is still made between the literature created in Yerevan and the literature created in the regions. Many writers living in regions consider it important to move to Yerevan for further creative development.  Who are the writers living and creating in the regions, what distinguishes their literature? Literary critics Hayk Hambardzumyan and Arkmenik Nikoghosyan discuss in "Parallel Readings". 

About one story. Aksel Bakunts, "The Humble Girl"


"The Humble Girl" is one of the masterpieces not only of Aksel Bakunts, but also of the entire Armenian literature. Being built with fine and detailed details, this story can give rise to many interpretations. On the other hand, the writing tricks used by Bakunts in that story are extremely instructive. Literary experts Hayk Hambardzumyan and Arkmenik Nikoghosyan discuss Bakuntsi's story "Humble Girl"

The Vardananks in Armenian literature


There are many references in Armenian literature dedicated to Vardan Mamikonyan, the hero of the national liberation struggle of the 5th century, and the heroes who fell in the field of Avarair. Vardan and the Vardananks have inspired Armenian writers and people for centuries. Literary experts Hayk Hambardzumyan and Arkmenik Nikoghosyan discuss the features of the literary achievements of Vardanank heroes.

Was it a year of Charents?


The literary year passed under the motto "It's a year of Charents". On the occasion of the 125th anniversary of Yeghishe Charents, books were published, scientific conferences and other events took place. However, as a result of all this, to what extent did the great poet become more ours, was a new discourse created around his work? Literary critics Hayk Hambardzumyan and Arkmenik Nikoghosyan discuss.

The cover of the book as a chronicle of life


The covers not only make the appearance of the book attractive, but also present the image of time and reality in a unique way. Especially the covers of books published in the 20s and 30s of the 20th century tell a lot about their time. In "Parallel Readings", literary critics Hayk Hambardzumyan, Arkmenik Nikoghosyan and novelist Aram Pachyan discuss the features and significance of Soviet-Armenian book covers.

Vahag Davtyan 100


The 100th anniversary of Vahag Davtyan was completed in 2022. The multi-genre work of the poet is evaluated in terms of continuity and innovation of the Armenian poetry tradition. What other features does V. Davtyan's poem have, how the author manages to combine lyricism and epic spirit. Literary critics Hayk Hambardzumyan, Arkmenik Nikoghosyan and Lilit Seyranyan discuss.

How to evaluate modern Armenian literature?


By what principles is modern literature evaluated during competitions and by publications, what is particularly important when accepting a book for publication? Literary critics Hayk Hambardzumyan and Arkmenik Nikoghosyan discuss.